About the role
Generic Job Description (not Job Level specific): The Systems Validation Engineer / Architect is responsible for comprehensive validation of key product indicators (KPI's) as defined in the system compliance matrix and product mission profiles.
Your responsibilities:
- Lead post‑silicon validation efforts and collaborate with architects and design teams to develop comprehensive IP‑ and SoC‑level test plans.
- Own the architecture, development, and delivery of the RTOS‑based SDK (FreeRTOS and others), including BSPs, HALs, low‑level drivers, and middleware components.
- Drive first‑silicon bring‑up activities, perform in‑depth debugging, and manage regression testing.
- Demonstrate strong expertise in automotive communication protocols such as Ethernet (PTP, AN, EEE), CAN, LIN, FlexRay, as well as ARM architecture, bootloaders, SPI, I2C, and UART.
- Develop automated test solutions using Python, FPGA‑based frameworks, NI LabVIEW/TestStand, and VBA.
- Define characterization and validation test plan in collaboration with cross‑functional teams, working closely with system architects, hardware engineers, and safety teams.
- Provide actionable feedback to hardware teams and influence next‑generation RISC‑V CPU and SoC feature enhancements.
- Lead and mentor a team of validation engineers, offering technical direction, prioritization, and fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.
- Create, analyze, and validate test reports, ensuring timely review and alignment across global cross‑functional teams.
- Debug post‑silicon test failures and perform systematic root‑cause analysis to identify and resolve issues effectively.
- The Systems Validation Engineer is responsible for assuring all instrumentation, scripting and boards are prepared prior to silicon arrival on the bench.
Aplyr's read
NXP Semiconductors drives innovation in the automotive and IoT sectors, attracting engineers and tech experts dedicated to cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on automotive and IoT markets, driving growth.
- •Global presence offers diverse career opportunities for engineers.
- •Investment in R&D supports innovation and technological advancement.
What to watch
- •Highly competitive semiconductor industry may pressure margins.
- •Dependence on automotive sector exposes company to market fluctuations.
- •Complex global supply chains can lead to operational challenges.
Why NXP Semiconductors
- •Leading provider of secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications.
- •Pioneers in automotive radar and advanced driver-assistance systems.
- •Robust portfolio in secure identification solutions sets it apart.
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About NXP Semiconductors
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company that provides high-performance mixed signal and standard product solutions. The company focuses on automotive, security, and IoT applications.
